No, I’m not crying because you’re leaving me. I’m crying because I’ve never experienced a love this strong. I’m not mad at you Nathan. I understand you have to go and I can suck it up and wait a couple months. But goddammit I love you so much and my heart is beating so fast right now and I can’t stop these tears, I’m really trying and man I’m such a mess right now I probably look like a crying Kim Kardashian and it’s all your fault ! I finished. By the end of my little outburst or meltdown, whatever you wanna call it, I was full out crying.
I looked up and was taken aback by the look in his eyes. It was so strong and breathtaking, and it did nothing to calm my racing heart.
Just shut up and kiss me before I drag you away with me. Nathan muttered, before grabbing my face and pulling our lips together.
I was shocked at first with the intensity of the kiss, but I quickly responded with just as much passion. It was truly a magical kiss. And like all of our kisses, this one was better than the last.
My hands slid up his chest, before sliding to the back of his head and running them through his amazing hair. He let out a small moan as I gently tugged it, before pulling me closer and running his own hand through my hair now. I felt him bite slightly on my lower lip and I gasped, my mouth opening and allowing his tongue to explore my mouth.
Attention all passengers to flight 356, boarding has started. All passengers in zones one and two can come up.
The loud voice overhead caused us to pull away. Surprisingly though, neither one of us were mad at the interruption. Nathan looked satisfied and even in a brighter mood.
That’s my zone. I breathed out, still in a bit of a daze.
Nathan nodded, taking my hand in his and grabbing my suitcase as he led me to the line. All the boys were already near the front and I caught Tyler’s eye. He nodded, looking relieved that I hadn’t run off and was in line now.
I forgot to tell you. Nathan said, causing me to turn to him. You can’t open your locket. He said.
I looked at him in confusion, before looking down at the beautiful necklace and lifting up the locket. I tried pulling at it but he was right, it was locked. I also noticed a small keyhole at the bottom.
This is the only thing that can open it. Nathan said. I looked up to see he was holding up a similar gold chain around his neck but instead of a locket at the bottom, there was a gold key which had been carved beautifully.
Is this supposed to be some type of reminder that you’re the only one who has the key to my heart ? I asked him with a raised brow, but inside I was touched and swayed at his sweet action.
Nathan rolled his eyes. I really don’t think you need a reminder. He whispered in my ear, leaning in.
I shuddered slightly, not being able to stop myself.
He pulled back again and smirked down at me, pleased with my reaction.
Jerk.
It’s sort of like a reminder that I’m coming back. I put something inside the locket and when I get back, I’ll open it with this key. Until then, you can’t know what’s inside. Nathan grinned at me.
I couldn’t help but smile back. Since when did you become such a romantic ? I asked teasingly.
Since I met you. He said back easily, before leaning in to place a soft kiss on my cheek. Your turn’s almost up.
I looked up to see that we had reached the front of the line now unfortunately. But I willed myself not to cry.
So I’ll be seeing you soon. Nathan said to me as the line moved up.
Only two passengers away now..
Of course you will, or else I’ll fly to Europe and find you myself. I threatened him.
He chuckled, before leaning down to kiss the crown of my head. Have fun in school. He said now as I was one person away now from the front desk.
Have fun in Europe. I said back.
I love you. Nathan said now, handing me my suitcase.
I love you more. I said quickly, before stepping away from him and to the lady with an outstretched hand. I handed her my boarding pass along with a temporary ID which Nathan had somehow ended up getting for me. The lady scanned it, before handing it back with a smile.
I stepped forward, willing myself not to look back as I knew I would erupt in tears again. I was just about to enter the little tunnel that led to the plane when I heard my name being called.
I spun around and saw Nathan running up to me, somehow getting past security, before grabbing my head and giving me the most mind blowing kiss I’ve ever experienced.
Love you most. He breathed out with a grin as I stared up at him in a daze.
Then, he was being pulled away from me as the security guards yelled at him and dragged him back.
I shook my head in amusement and felt the tears starting to prick my eyes. I gave him one last smile, gazing into his beautiful emerald eyes once more, before turning back around and finally leaving.
That’s when I felt the first tear roll down my cheek.
* * * *
Skylar wake up. We’re finally home ! I snapped my eyes open and jumped in my seat as a loud voice in my ear startled me.
I looked up to see Landon grinning down at me. I glared at him, before looking around the plane and noticing that it was now almost empty. Tyler, Max, Jordan and Dustin were already making their way down the aisle and out the plane.
I grumbled as I stood up and shuffled into the aisle now, almost tripping on the way. I just wanted to go back to sleep.
Suddenly, I was being lifted into the arms of Landon.
Hey ! Put me down ! I protested, before realizing how tired I was and giving up. Actually no, carry me all the way home till we get to my bed. I mumbled, leaning my head against his chest now and closing my eyes.
I felt his chest rumble with laughter and thankfully he didn’t put me back down. I peeked my eyes open and saw we were leaving the plane now and making our way out of the long tunnel.
I closed my eyes once more, raising my hand to hold onto the locket, before instantly falling back asleep.
* * * *
I stretched my body as my eyes fluttered open. I had gotten quite the rest.
I suddenly froze as I took in my surroundings. I was lying on my bed in my own room.
How had I gotten here ? How long was I asleep for ? I sat up and looked around my room frantically for my phone.
The beast is finally awake ! Landon yelled out loud as he barged into my room with a huge grin.